Level 2 Survey

(home Buyer Survey)

RICS Level 2 Home Survey in Cardiff

When purchasing a property in Cardiff, a RICS Level 2 Home Survey provides essential reassurance and clarity before you commit. At Elliot & Hill Surveyors, we offer a comprehensive yet accessible Level 2 Survey designed to help you understand the condition of a property and identify any issues that may require attention.

Our surveys are carried out in accordance with the RICS Home Survey Standard (HSS), ensuring a consistent, transparent and professional approach. The report highlights significant defects, assesses the overall condition of the property, and provides clear advice to support informed decision-making.

What is a RICS Level 2 Home Survey?

A Level 2 Home Survey is suitable for conventionally built properties that appear to be in reasonable condition, including many Victorian, Edwardian, 1930s and post-war homes commonly found across Cardiff and South Wales.

The survey includes:

  • A visual inspection of the main elements of the property that are reasonably accessible

  • Identification of defects that may affect value, safety or future maintenance

  • Condition ratings to help prioritise issues

  • Clear explanations, written in plain English

  • Advice on repairs, further investigations or specialist reports where appropriate

The inspection is non-intrusive and does not involve lifting carpets, moving heavy furniture or opening up the structure, in line with the RICS Home Survey Standard.

What Does the Survey Cover?

The Level 2 Survey typically covers:

  • Roof coverings, chimneys and rainwater goods (from ground level or accessible vantage points)

  • External walls, windows and doors

  • Internal walls, ceilings and floors

  • Roof space (where safely accessible)

  • Permanent outbuildings and boundary walls (where applicable)

  • Services such as electrics, gas and plumbing (visually only – not tested)

Any limitations to the inspection are clearly explained in the report, ensuring full transparency.

Is a Level 2 Survey Right for You?

A RICS Level 2 Home Survey is generally recommended if:

  • The property is of traditional construction

  • It appears to be in reasonable condition

  • It has not been extensively altered or extended

  • You want a clear overview of condition without the detail of a full Building Survey

If the property is older, heavily altered, or in poor condition, we may advise that a RICS Level 3 Building Survey is more appropriate.

Local Knowledge You Can Rely On

Elliot & Hill Surveyors has extensive experience inspecting homes throughout Cardiff and the surrounding areas, including Victorian terraces, bay-fronted semis, period conversions and modern housing developments.

Our local knowledge allows us to identify common regional issues, from traditional construction details to local environmental and maintenance considerations, and place findings into a practical, real-world context.

Why Choose Elliot & Hill Surveyors?

  • RICS-regulated, independent surveying practice

  • Surveys carried out in line with the RICS Home Survey Standard

  • Extensive experience of Cardiff housing stock

  • Clear, balanced and professional reporting

  • Honest advice, without unnecessary alarm

Our role is to help you understand the property you are buying, clearly, calmly and objectively, so you can proceed with confidence.

Book a RICS Level 2 Home Survey in Cardiff

If you are purchasing a property in Cardiff and would like to arrange a RICS Level 2 Home Survey, please get in touch to discuss your requirements or request a quotation.